Title: Mastering Zero-knowledge Proofs: Practical study of security, scalability, and privacy in blockchain and modern systems (English Edition) (Paperback or Softback)
Publisher: Bpb Publications 8/3/2024
Publication Date: 2024
Language: English
ISBN 10: 9355519737
ISBN 13: 9789355519733
Binding: Paperback or Softback
Condition: New
Weight: 1.84 pounds
Book Type: Book

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"Mastering Zero-knowledge Proofs" is your ultimate guide to blockchain and ZKPs. It connects blockchain's core elements, like distributed ledgers and smart contracts, to ZKPs' advanced privacy solutions, emphasizing their significance in today's digital world, and provides a robust understanding of how these cryptographic techniques can revolutionize security and privacy in various applications.

In this book, you will explore the basics of blockchain and ZKPs. You will gain technical skills like group theory and elliptic curve cryptography. Each chapter covers practical applications of ZKPs in blockchain systems, addressing challenges, ongoing research, and real-world use cases across industries like healthcare and finance. You will find detailed explanations of SNARKs, STARKs, and PLONK, along with practical guidance on constructing and implementing these non-interactive proofs. You will learn about innovative solutions, zero-knowledge virtual machines, ZK-Rollups, and ZK-EVM, along with a step-by-step guide for building and deploying these technologies.

By the end of this book, you will have a solid understanding of Zero-knowledge Proofs and their applications in blockchain development. You will be equipped to implement privacy-preserving solutions, enhancing security and efficiency in your projects, making you a competent contributor in the evolving blockchain space.

Key Features

● In-depth exploration of Zero-knowledge Proof concepts and applications.

● Practical insights into implementing ZKP in real-world systems.

● Comprehensive coverage from blockchain basics to advanced cryptography.

What you will learn

● Understand the fundamentals of Zero-knowledge Proofs and blockchain.

● Construct and implement SNARKs, STARKs, and PLONK proofs.

● Apply Zero-knowledge Proofs to enhance security and privacy in applications.

● Utilize zero-knowledge virtual machines and ZK-Rollups.

● Integrate ZK-EVM into Ethereum for scalable solutions.

● Identify and overcome challenges in Zero-knowledge Proofs.

Who this book is for

This book is ideal for blockchain developers, security professionals, and researchers with a foundational understanding of cryptography and blockchain technology.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Blockchain Technology

2. Introduction to Zero-knowledge Proofs

3. Introduction to SNARKS

4. SNARK Construction: Non-interactive Proof Building

5. Advanced SNARK Paradigms and Techniques

6. SNARK versus STARK

7. SNARKs In-depth and PLONK

8. Zero-Knowledge Virtual Machines

9. ZK-Rollups: Scalability Meets Privacy

10. Conceptualizing ZK-EVM in Ethereum

11. ZK Swaps: Revolutionizing Decentralized Exchanges

12. Zero-Knowledge Identity

13. Challenges and Limitations of Zero-knowledge Proofs

14. Ongoing Research and Development in Zero-knowledge Proofs

15. Real-world Applications of Zero-knowledge Proofs

About the Authors

Dr. Amit Dua is an Associate Professor in the Computer Science and Information Systems Department at BITS Pilani.

Gaurav Kumar holds a degree in Computer Science from BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus. With multiple years of experience in the field of Blockchain, Gaurav has established himself as a proficient and knowledgeable professional in this rapidly evolving domain.

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